Specialty Clinics & Services

Electrophysiology (ERG) Service

This service tests rod and cone function in the central and peripheral retina to provide information on the diagnosis and prognosis of chorioretinal disorders, such as retinitis pigmentosa, Usher syndrome, stationary night blindness, cone dystrophy, Stargardt disease and inherited macular degeneration. The Electrophysiology Service also provides genetic counseling for patients with these diseases. Electrophysiology testing methods include electroretinography, electro-oculography, dark adaptometry, color vision testing and both static and kinetic perimetry.

Physician:
Gerald Fishman, MD—Director

Hours and Phone Numbers:
By appointment only
Appointment Desk Phone: (312) 996-8939
Emergency Phone Number: (312) 996-6590
Fax Number: (312) 996-1950

Diseases:
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Usher Syndrome
Stationary Night Blindness
Cone Dystrophy
Stargardt Disease
Macular Degeneration

Address:
University of Illinois at Chicago
Eye and Ear Infirmary
1855 W. Taylor Street
Chicago, Illinois 60612 [Directions]
Room number: 3.85

Things to bring with you for your appointment:
Photo Identification
HMO Authorization
Insurance card
Names and dosages of any current medications
Glasses/Contact Lenses

Insurance information:
We accept Medicare Assignment, we are an IDPA provider, and we participate in many managed care contracts (HMO/PPO) View List.